SATA Hard Drive

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The SATA Hard Disk Drive has been the most popular choice for desktop and laptop computers since around 2002. The Standard Serial ATA Drive is generally available in internal configurations for the 3.5" and 2.5" standard. The 3.5" drive is typically used in the desktop computer while the smaller 2.5" drive is generally used in the laptop or notebook computer.

The SATA (Serial ATA) controller type is one of several Drive Controller Types for the PC.

SATA Drive Connection

SATA uses simple cables that are molded to fit on the drive and motherboard connector one way. Most SATA connectors have an L shaped right angle connector.

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SATA drives do not use jumpers to designate SLAVE and MASTER relationship for the PC BIOS. The drives are connected with automatic termination in the serial interface. If a jumper is present, it is likely for backwards compatibility.

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